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Crane Company(CR)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL
2-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$209.48
11/12/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CR

11/12/2026: CR (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Crane Company is a specialized industrial manufacturer that produces critical fluid handling and aerospace components for global customers. Following its 2023 spin-off of payment technologies, the firm is now a streamlined entity focused on high-margin, mission-critical applications. Its core strengths lie in technical expertise and strong aftermarket relationships, which help protect its market position. The primary growth story is centered on the ongoing recovery in the aerospace sector and continued demand for industrial fluid management. However, investors should note risks related to cyclical economic fluctuations, raw material costs, and execution in specialized segments. The stock is best suited for long-term investors seeking industrial exposure with stable dividend characteristics.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is steady rather than exponential, driven by cyclical industrial demand.
Momentum investorMixed fitSubject to broader industrial sector trends; fits well during periods of positive industrial cyclicality.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable multiples relative to its specialized market position and cash flow quality.
Dividend investorStrong fitConsistent dividend payments make it an attractive consideration for income-oriented portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile established, exposure to industrial cycles introduces some volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumSensitive to economic cycles and industrial capital expenditure budgets.
Valuation riskMediumMultiples can expand or contract based on overall market sentiment toward industrials.
Competition risk (Industrial Components)MediumGlobal peers with significant scale can exert pricing pressure.
Business qualityStrongHigh barrier to entry due to specialized engineering and certifications.
Dividend incomeMediumReliable but generally not high-yield compared to specialized income stocks.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on the ongoing integration of acquisitions and operational efficiency.

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 12.33B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 35.94
1Y Target Price 240.9
Price to earnings Ratio 35.94
1Y Target Price 240.9
Volume (30-day avg) 422.7K shares
Beta 1.06
52 Weeks Range 159.16 - 230.22
Updated Date 11/11/2026
52 Weeks Range 159.16 - 230.22
Updated Date 11/11/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 0.48%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.93

Sector & Industry Intelligence

Sector

Industrials

Constructive
Sentiment
Bullish
Momentum
BUY Breadth Improving
BUY participation
39.5%
Active BUY / eligible
30 / 76
30-Day BUY Count Change
+12
Market state
Bullish

More qualifying stocks are receiving or maintaining BUY advisories, indicating improving market participation.

Industry

Specialty Industrial Machinery

BUY participation
50.0%
Active BUY / eligible
3 / 6
30-Day BUY Count Change
-2

Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 19.63%
Avg. Invested days 48
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance icon 2.0
Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 2.0
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 11/12/2026

Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CR receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CR has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+24.4%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 14.8%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+8.2%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CR's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 54.7%). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CR's strongest growth driver at +44.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+24.4%, solid) is also solid, while revenue growth (+8.2%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 80.7% and approximately 98.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 14.45% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.73%
Capital World Investors 4.31%
FMR Inc 4.02%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.83%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.61%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CR generates approximately $422 of gross profit, $184 of operating income, and $148 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and solid cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 23.36%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CR has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Aerospace & ElectronicsCabin systems, fluid management, and electronic components for aircraft.The company benefits from the long-term increase in global air travel and military spending.
Process Flow TechnologiesValves, pumps, and fluid handling systems for hazardous and critical environments.Steady revenue generated from essential maintenance and new industrial facility construction.
GeographyNorth America, Europe, and emerging industrial markets.Well-diversified across developed economies with significant exposure to global industrial trends.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-27
When After Market
Estimate 1.81
Actual 2.05

Profitability

Profit Margin 12.41%
Operating Margin (TTM) 17.72%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 9.33%
Return on Equity (TTM) 16.14%

Valuation

Trailing PE 35.94
Forward PE 25.51
Enterprise Value 12.74B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.47
Enterprise Value 12.74B
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.47
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.62
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 21.53
Shares Outstanding 57.83M
Shares Floating 57.19M
Shares Outstanding 57.83M
Shares Floating 57.19M
Percent Insiders 14.45
Percent Institutions 80.75

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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